Michelle Pfeiffer Then & Now: Photos Through The Years Of Iconic Star

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April 29, 2023 8:00AM EDT

A-lister Michelle Pfeiffer has been a Hollywood mainstay for decades. With her back on the screen with ‘The First Lady’, check out photos of the star through the years here.

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Michelle Pfeiffer Through The Years

Michelle Pfeiffer Through The Years — A-lister Michelle Pfeiffer has been a Hollywood mainstay for decades. While younger fans may know her from more recent films like ‘Hairspray’ or ‘Murder on the Orient Express’, her career goes way back to the ’80s. Not only has she starred in dozens of hit movies over the last few decades, she has even also received many accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, and three nominations for an Academy Award.

She had leading roles in ‘The Witches of Eastwick’ (1987) and the comedy ‘Married to the Mob’ (1988). Her roles in ‘Dangerous Liaisons’ (1988) and ‘The Fabulous Baker Boys’ (1989) garnered her two consecutive Academy Award nominations, for Best Supporting Actress and Best Actress, respectively. Meanwhile, her portrayal of lounge singer Susie Diamond in the latter is one of the most acclaimed of her career. She later went on to star as Catwoman / Selina Kyle in Tim Burton’s superhero film ‘Batman Returns’ (1992), and who could forget her star-making turn in ‘Scarface’!

There are so many great photos of Michelle through the years. Scroll through the gallery for photos of Michelle’s evolution.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 1979

Michelle Pfeiffer In 1979 — Michelle Pfeiffer in a still from 1979’s ‘B.A.D. CATS’. She wore a floral shirt with suspenders and jeans.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980

Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980 — Michelle Pfeiffer poses for studio portraits in 1980. The blonde beauty wore a black tank top in the photos, which were captures in Los Angeles.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980

Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980 — Michelle Pfeiffer poses for studio portraits in 1980. She was seen lounging with a blanket and notepad, while sitting back in a white blouse.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980

Michelle Pfeiffer In 1980 — Michelle Pfeiffer poses for studio portraits in Los Angeles circa 1980. She looked cute and casual in a denim top and a straw cowboy hat.

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Michelle Promotes ‘Into The Night’

Michelle Promotes ‘Into The Night’ — Michelle poses during a photo call for the film ‘Into The Night’. She stunned in a blue dress at London’s Hilton Hotel in 1985.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 1990

Michelle Pfeiffer In 1990 — Michelle Pfeiffer offered the camera a stern look in this photo from 1990. She rocked a floral blouse and crossed her arms for the snap.

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Michelle Pfeiffer At The Golden Globes

Michelle Pfeiffer At The Golden Globes — Actress Michelle Pfeiffer stands with her Golden Globe Award in 1990. She took home the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for ‘The Fabulous Baker Boys’.

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Michelle Rocks A Pink Dress

Michelle Rocks A Pink Dress — Michelle Pfeiffer smiles as she arrives with her husband, producer David E. Kelley, at The Museum of Television & Radio’s annual gala in Beverly Hills.

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Michelle In 2001

Michelle In 2001 — Michelle Pfeiffer arrives to the premiere of ‘I Am Sam’ at the Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences Theatre in 2001. She stunned in a blue, velvet ‘fit for the event.

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Michelle In 2003

Michelle In 2003 — Michelle attends a movie premiere in 2003. The blonde beauty wore her hair in a beachy, tousled styled while rocking a long sleeved black gown.

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Michelle In 2008

Michelle In 2008 — Michelle Pfeiffer arrives on the red carpet during the 14th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles California in 2008. She rocked a strapless, brown dress with matching accessories.

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Michelle At The 2008 SAG Awards

Michelle At The 2008 SAG Awards — Michelle Pfeiffer appears at the 2008 SAG Awards. Her brown gown was stunning.

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Michelle At ‘Stardust’ Premiere

Michelle At ‘Stardust’ Premiere — Michelle attends the European Premiere of ‘Stardust’ at the Odeon Leicester Square in 2007. She bundled up in a black dress with a matching, black coat.

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Michelle Pfeiffer On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Michelle Pfeiffer On The Hollywood Walk of Fame — Michelle Pfeiffer touches her name during a ceremony honoring her with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in Los Angeles. It came four days before the release of her film ‘Stardust’ in 2007.

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Michelle Pfeiffer On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

Michelle Pfeiffer On The Hollywood Walk of Fame — Michelle Pfeiffer is seen during a ceremony honoring her with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in Los Angeles She wore a white strapless dress with a black belt.

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Michelle At The 2008 SAG Awards

Michelle At The 2008 SAG Awards — Michelle beams during the 2008 SAG Awards. Her dangling earrings matched her rings and clutch.

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Michelle At The Premiere Of ‘Cheri’

Michelle At The Premiere Of ‘Cheri’ — Michelle stunned at the New York premiere of ‘Cheri’. She opted for a simple white dress, and wore her highlighted tresses in tight curls.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In New York

Michelle Pfeiffer In New York — Michelle Pfeiffer poses for a photo in New York City. She looked casual in a pair of jeans and a black top.

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Michelle At The ‘New Year’s Eve’ Premiere

Michelle At The ‘New Year’s Eve’ Premiere — Michelle Pfeiffer looks glam at the ‘New Year’s Eve’ premiere in Los Angeles in 2011. She wore a purple dress with cap sleeves for the event.

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Michelle In 2012

Michelle In 2012 — Michelle Pfeiffer poses at Luc Besson’s new studio ‘La Cite Europeenne du Cinema’ in France in 2012. She looked gorgeous in a blue silk dress with her hair in glamorous waves.

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Michelle In France

Michelle In France — Michelle Pfeiffer poses before the premiere of the movie ‘The Family’ in Paris. She opted for a simple black dress with towering black pumps.

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Michelle In 2014

Michelle In 2014 — Michelle Pfeiffer poses at the Television Academy’s 23rd Annual Hall of Fame event in Los Angeles. She was all smiles on the red carpet in 2014.

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Michelle Promotes ‘Murder on the Orient Express’

Michelle Promotes ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ — Michelle Pfeiffer was all smiles during a ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ photocall, in London in 2017. She wore a black blazer with a red poppy.

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‘Murder on the Orient Express’ Premiere

‘Murder on the Orient Express’ Premiere — Michelle Pfeiffer rocks a silver dress at the ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ film premiere in 2017. She paired the dress with silver earrings.

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Michelle In Prada

Michelle In Prada — Michelle Pfeiffer wore a Prada gown at the ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ film premiere. The dress featured drop sleeves, which fell from her shoulder to her waist.

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Michelle In 2018

Michelle In 2018 — Michelle Pfeiffer attends the ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ premiere in Los Angeles in 2018. She rocked a black pantsuit with a plunging neckline.

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Michelle At The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival

Michelle At The 2018 Tribeca Film Festival — Michelle Pfeiffer attends a 35th anniversary screening ‘Scarface’ at the Beacon Theatre during the 2018 Tribeca Film Festival. She stunned in a black top and a silver statement necklace.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 2019

Michelle Pfeiffer In 2019 — Michelle Pfeiffer stunned at a photocall for ‘Maleficent – Mistress Of Evil’ in 2019. She wore a blush pink top with loose, turtleneck detailing.

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Michelle Pfeiffer In 2020

Michelle Pfeiffer In 2020 — Michelle Pfeiffer attends the G’Day USA gala in Los Angeles in January 2020. She looked incredible in a loose, white pantsuit.

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